Driven Golf Podcast

Driven Golf Podcast

By Jim ColtonSportsGolf
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Driven Golf Podcast episodes

  • 8 - Kye Goalby on Tree Farm and a Life Building Golf Courses

    In this episode, we chat with Kye Goalby, long-time golf course shaper and architect. Kye discusses his unique upbringing in Belleville, Illinois as the son of a Masters champion, how he shifted from a finance career into building golf courses and how he's worked all around the world shaping for top golf course architects such as Tom Doak and Gil Hanse. Kye goes in-depth on his most recent project, the Tree Farm in Aiken, South Carolina, collaborating with Doak and PGA Tour player Zac Blair.

    In Angle of Attack (1:17:20), Andrew & Jim continue with the second of the three-part series discussing tournament prep for elite junior golfers. In this episode, we discuss how to get the most out of the practice round leading up to the tournament.

    The Driven Golf Podcast is brought to you by FlagBag Golf Company and StrackaLine yardage books.

    @flagbaggolf on Instagram

    ⁠⁠https://flagbaggolfco.com/⁠⁠

    Mention 'Driven Golf' to receive a free custom headcover with any order of a golf bag.

    ⁠⁠https://strackaline.com/⁠⁠

    Enter code 'DRIVEN' to receive 20% off your StrackaLine Yardage Books & Greens Guides.

    Engage with hosts and followers on the Driven Golf Podcast Group on Facebook.

    Subscribe to the Driven Golf Analytics YouTube channel for more content: ⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCw8EZuxfLOC4X3v7yzNz2Ow⁠⁠

    Resources:

    Flag Bag Golf Company: ⁠⁠https://flagbaggolfco.com/⁠⁠

    Andrew Lewis Golf: ⁠@andrewlewisgolf⁠ on Instagram

    ⁠@drivengolfanalytics⁠ on Instagram; ⁠@golfdriven⁠ on Twitter

    Host: Jim Colton (⁠@jcolton31⁠)

    Producer: Joseph Kay (⁠@joseph_kay⁠)

    Guest: Kye Goalby (⁠@goalbygolf⁠ on Twitter; ⁠@kyegoalby⁠ on Instagram)


    1 hr 39 min
  • 7 - Brian Schneider on Old Barnwell and a Career in Golf Design

    Brian Schneider, a golf architect based in Charleston, South Carolina.  Brian talks about getting his start with Tom Doak over twenty years ago and the influence that he and other great architects have had on his work and his career. Brian also discusses his latest project at Old Barnwell, a co-design with Blake Conant, that has helped turn Aiken, South Carolina into the latest hot bed in golf. 

    In Angle of Attack (1:25:15), Andrew & I start the first of a three-part series discussing tournament prep for elite junior golfers. In this episode, we discuss best practice for the weeks leading up to a tournament. 

    The Driven Golf Podcast is brought to you by FlagBag Golf Company and StrackaLine yardage books.

    @flagbaggolf on Instagram

    ⁠https://flagbaggolfco.com/⁠

    Josh Smith Fine Art: ⁠https://www.joshuasmithart.com/⁠

    Mention 'Driven Golf' to receive a free custom headcover with any order of a golf bag.

    ⁠https://strackaline.com/⁠

    Enter code 'DRIVEN' to receive 20% off your StrackaLine Yardage Books & Greens Guides.

    Engage with hosts and followers on the Driven Golf Podcast Group on Facebook.

    Subscribe to the Driven Golf Analytics YouTube channel for more content: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCw8EZuxfLOC4X3v7yzNz2Ow⁠

    Resources:

    Flag Bag Golf Company: ⁠https://flagbaggolfco.com/⁠

    Andrew Lewis Golf: @andrewlewisgolf on Instagram

    @drivengolfanalytics on Instagram; @golfdriven on Twitter

    Host: Jim Colton (@jcolton31)

    Producer: Joseph Kay (@joseph_kay)

    Guest: Brian Schneider (@bschneider126 on Twitter; @bschneidergolf on Instagram)

    Old Barnwell: https://oldbarnwell.com/

    Blake Conant: (@dundee_golf on Twitter)

    1 hr 44 min
  • 6 - Josh Smith on Flag Bag Golf Company, Oil Painting & a Life in Golf

    Josh Smith is a golf superintendent, renowned oil painter of golf course landscapes and founder of the Flag Bag Golf Company.  He is truly one of the most interesting and talented people in golf. He discusses his junior golf background in Portland, college golf at St. Mary’s, his work in golf course construction, oil painting, his career path in turfgrass at Cal Club and now Orinda Country Club in Northern Califonia.  And more recently, we discuss the idea of Flag Bag Golf and he launched the company with his brother Matt.  

    In Angle of Attack w/ Andrew Lewis (1:13:50), Andrew & I talk about tournament selection and how to line up events with the goals and objectives we discussed in Episode 6.

    The Driven Golf Podcast is brought to you by FlagBag Golf Company and StrackaLine yardage books.

    @flagbaggolf on Instagram

    https://flagbaggolfco.com/

    Josh Smith Fine Art: https://www.joshuasmithart.com/

    Mention 'Driven Golf' to receive a free custom headcover with any order of a golf bag.

    https://strackaline.com/

    Enter code 'DRIVEN' to receive 20% off your StrackaLine Yardage Books & Greens Guides.

    Engage with hosts and followers on the Driven Golf Podcast Group on Facebook.

    Subscribe to the Driven Golf Analytics YouTube channel for more content: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCw8EZuxfLOC4X3v7yzNz2Ow

    Resources:

    Flag Bag Golf Company: https://flagbaggolfco.com/

    Andrew Lewis Golf: @andrewlewisgolf on Instagram

    @drivengolfanalytics on Instagram; @golfdriven on Twitter

    Host: Jim Colton (@jcolton31)

    Producer: Joseph Kay (@joseph_kay)


    1 hr 39 min
  • 5 - Brian Hilko on The Golf Factory & the Rise of Simulator Golf

    Brian Hilko is a PGA professional and owner of The Golf Factory, a new indoor golf facility outside of Chicago. Brian takes us through his life in the game, from his work with junior golfers to most recently becoming a small business owner.  Brian also provides some great insights for anybody looking to invest in a launch monitor or build out a simulator space in your home.


    In Angle of Attack w/ Andrew Lewis (1:08:25), Andrew & I talk about the offseason development plans and setting your junior golfer up for success in 2024 and beyond.  And Peter Flory is back to help me discuss a Big Idea (1:25:45) for using Artificial Intelligence to develop golf courses.


    The Driven Golf Podcast is brought to you by FlagBag Golf Company and StrackaLine yardage books.

    @flagbaggolf on Instagram

    https://flagbaggolfco.com/

    Mention 'Driven Golf' to receive a free custom headcover with any order of a golf bag.


    https://strackaline.com/

    Enter code 'DRIVEN' to receive 20% off your StrackaLine Yardage Books & Greens Guides.


    Engage with hosts and followers on the the Driven Golf Podcast Group on Facebook.


    Resources:

    The Golf Factory: https://www.golffactory.golf/

    @golf_factory_chicago on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/golf_factory_chicago/)


    Andrew Lewis Golf: @andrewlewisgolf on Instagram

    @drivengolfanalytics on Instagram; @golfdriven on Twitter

    Host: Jim Colton (@jcolton31)

    Producer: Joseph Kay (@joseph_kay)


    Show Notes:

    01:30 Interview with Brian Hilko

    05:48 Brian's Golf Journey and Obsession

    07:35 Brian's Professional Golf Career

    09:21 Brian's Love for Golf Architecture

    12:21 Exploring Hidden Golf Gems

    25:07 Brian's Experience with Junior Golfers

    31:24 Transition from Professional Golf to Business

    32:37 The Birth of the Golf Factory

    36:04 Creating a Unique Indoor Golf Experience

    49:00 The Role of TrackMan IO in Golf Factory

    01:02:37 Advice for Building Your Own Golf Space

    01:07:51 Introducing a New Sponsor: Straka Line Yardage Books

    01:08:23 The Angle of Attack with Andrew Lewis: Off-Season Planning

    01:25:47 The Big Idea: Artificial Intelligence in Golf Course Design


    1 hr 39 min
  • 4 - Will Smith on National Links Trust & Big Ideas in Golf

    Will Smith is the co-founder of National Links Trust, a non-profit organization focused on reinvigorating the three municipal golf courses in Washington D.C. and advocating for muni golf courses across the country. Will and his co-founder Mike McCartin have leveraged their experience and expertise in golf course architecture and deep relationships in the game of golf to strengthen the bond between municipal golf courses and the surrounding communities.

    In "Angle of Attack with Andrew Lewis" (1:07:45), Andrew & I discuss the importance of tracking stats and using statistical analysis to help optimize golf performance.
    The Driven Golf Podcast is brought to you by FlagBag Golf Co.
    @flagbaggolf on Instagram
    https://flagbaggolfco.com/
    Engage with hosts and followers on the the Driven Golf Podcast Group on Facebook.
    Resources:
    National Links Trust: https://www.nationallinkstrust.org/
    @nationallinkstrust on Instagram; @links_national on Twitter
    Andrew Lewis Golf: @andrewlewisgolf on Instagram
    @drivengolfanalytics on Instagram; @golfdriven on Twitter
    Host: Jim Colton (@jcolton31)
    Producer: Joseph Kay (@joseph_kay)

    1 hr 28 min
  • 3 - Jarrett Phillips on Strength Training for Golf and having a Growth Mindset
    Jarrett Phillips is a strength coach and owner of TrainPMT in Southlake, Texas. Jarrett’s tireless work and growth mindset has put TrainPMT at the cutting edge for developing speed and strength for golfers and baseball players. Jarrett discusses the data-driven approach using the latest technology to create positive outcomes for the athletes he trains. 
    In "Angle of Attack with Andrew Lewis" (1:08:00), Andrew discusses the pros and cons of raising a multi-sport athlete and knowing when is the right time to specialize in golf. And Joseph and Jim discuss a Big Idea (1:21:45) for the Official World Golf Ranking to provide pathways for deserving LIV golfers to get into the 2024 majors. 
    The Driven Golf Podcast is brought to you by FlagBag Golf Co.
    @flagbaggolf on Instagram
    https://flagbaggolfco.com/
    Engage with hosts and followers on the the Driven Golf Podcast Group on Facebook :
    Resources:
    TrainPMT: https://trainpmt.com
    @trainpmt_southlake on Instagram
    Andrew Lewis Golf: @andrewlewisgolf on Instagram
    @drivengolfanalytics on Instagram; @golfdriven on Twitter
    Host: Jim Colton (@jcolton31)
    Producer: Joseph Kay (@joseph_kay)
    Strength/Fitness resources mentioned in the episode:
    Driveline Baseball: https://www.drivelinebaseball.com
    @drivelinebaseball
    Titleist Performance Institute (TPI): https://www.mytpi.com
    @mytpi
    Proteus: https://proteusmotion.com
    @proteusmotion
    Trackman: https://www.trackman.com
    @trackmangolf
    Kvest: https://www.k-motion.com
    @kmotion3d
    K-pulley (kbox): https://exxentric.com
    @go_exxentric
    Ancore pulley: https://ancoretraining.com
    @ancoretraining
    What’s That Strap 3D Strap: https://whatsthatstrap.com
    @whatsthatstrap
    Regen Trainer: https://functionalpatterns.com/collections/regen-trainer
    @functionalpatterns
    SuperSpeed stick: https://superspeedgolf.com
    @superspeedgolf
    The Stack: https://www.thestacksystem.com
    @thestacksystem
    RypStick: https://rypstick.com
    @ryp_performance
    Mach 3: https://mach3speedtraining.com
    @mach3speedtraining
    1 hr 35 min
  • 2 - Peter Flory on The Lido and the Rise of the Golf Nerds

    Peter Flory is an accomplished amateur golfer from Chicago and a golf historian with particular interest in researching golf courses that are NLE (No Longer Existing). His tireless work to create a digital version of The Lido Golf Club, C.B. Macdonald's lost masterpiece, led to Pete being involved in bringing it back to life at the Sand Valley Golf Resort in Wisconsin. Pete provides a great overview of Macdonald's role as the father of golf in America and how The Lido came to be, no longer came to be, and then finally came to be again. It's a great story about how one man's passion can have a tremendous positive on the game we all love.

    In "Angle of Attack with Andrew Lewis" (1:45:00), Andrew is back to discuss when is the right time to start a junior into tournament golf. And Joseph and Jim discuss a Big Idea (1:54:00) for helping the U.S. bring back the Ryder Cup in 2025 (and hopefully beyond).
    The Driven Golf Podcast is brought to you by FlagBag Golf Co.
    @flagbaggolf on Instagram
    https://flagbaggolfco.com/
    Resources:
    The Lido: https://sandvalley.com/thelido
    Peter Flory on Twitter: @NLE_golf
    Andrew Lewis Golf: @andrewlewisgolf on Instagram
    @drivengolfanalytics on Instagram; @golfdriven on Twitter
    Host: Jim Colton (@jcolton31)
    Producer: Joseph Kay (@joseph_kay)


    2 hr 7 min
  • 1 - Andrew Lewis as Golf Coach / Golf Parent

    Andrew Lewis is a Dallas-based golf instructor and one of Golf Digest's Best Young Teachers in the U.S. He's also the father of a competitive junior player. We discuss ideas and lessons learned on raising young kids into the game and how Andrew walks that thin line between coach and parent. We also discuss how he forms special relationships with the junior players he coaches. Andrew provides some honest feedback on what he's seen of host Jim's game and the crew discusses some exciting news from the USGA that should impact junior golf for decades to come.


    The Driven Golf Podcast is brought to you by FlagBag Golf Co.

    @flagbaggolf on Instagram

    https://flagbaggolfco.com/


    Andrew Lewis Golf: @andrewlewisgolf on Instragram


    @drivengolfanalytics on Instagram; @golfdriven on Twitter

    Host: Jim Colton (@jcolton31)

    Producer: Joseph Kay (@joseph_kay)

    58 min

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The Driven Golf Podcast, hosted by Jim Colton, is designed to inspire and assist golfers of all levels. With a focus on "driving" passion and dedication in the game, the podcast features a variety of…